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Beyond the Hype: What I Learned Building AI for the Public Sector
By Guest Contributor Marlon P. Crespo Marlon is a Phi Theta Kappa member at Hudson County Community College and the valedictorian of his graduating class. There’s a lot of noise right now about how AI will “fix everything”. This past fall, I worked as an AI Product Management Intern with the New Jersey Department of…
St. Lawrence Offers One of the Largest Transfer Scholarships for PTK Students
St. Lawrence University in New York is offering a $50,000 yearly scholarship to Phi Theta Kappa members admitted to the university. St. Lawrence University is a private liberal arts college in Canton, New York, United States. It has roughly 2,100 undergraduate and 100 graduate students. Learn more about this transfer option in the Q&A below….
Phi Theta Kappa Honors 375 Chapters Expanding Opportunity Through REACH Rewards
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) is recognizing 375 chapters for their efforts to expand access to the life-changing benefits of PTK membership for eligible students on their campuses. This recognition is part of PTK’s REACH Rewards program, which supports Phi Theta Kappa’s mission by promoting intentional membership growth and chapter development. “Community college students work incredibly hard to…
Connect with Common App at PTK Catalyst
No matter where you are on your college journey, Common App makes transferring to college easier by meeting you right where you are. With one platform, you can apply to multiple colleges, saving time and money. During PTK Catalyst, be sure to stop by and connect with our team, grab Common App swag, and receive resources to…
Phi Theta Kappa Elects Mary Graham to International Board of Directors
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mary Graham, President of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, to its International Board of Directors. A nationally respected leader in community college education, Dr. Graham brings extensive executive experience, institutional perspective, and a deep commitment to student success to Phi Theta…
Turn Your Idea Into Impact
Apply for the Community College Innovation Challenge Do you have a STEM-based idea with the potential to make an impact? Through the Community College Innovation Challenge (CCIC), students gain the tools, coaching, and experience to turn ideas into action and step into the role of innovators and entrepreneurs. Led by American Association of Community Colleges…
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Phi Theta Kappa Foundation names Dr. Monica Marlowe as Chair of the Board of Trustees
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Foundation announces the appointment of Dr. Monica Marlowe as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Dr. Marlowe brings nearly 30 years of experience in higher education, including more than a decade in advancement and fundraising. A proud alumna of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, Dr. Marlowe holds a Ph.D. in…
Pell Grant Cuts Threaten America’s Future Workforce, Say Nation’s Top Community College Students
With Congress considering deep cuts to the Pell Grant program, the nation’s top community college students—tomorrow’s workforce—are speaking out against proposals that would make college less accessible and affordable. Represented by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK), these high-achieving students warn that reducing Pell will limit opportunities for those working to build our nation’s future….
Lulu McGowan Appointed to Phi Theta Kappa Board of Directors
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) is proud to announce the appointment of Lulu McGowan to its Board of Directors. McGowan, a student at St. Louis Community College and the Society’s current International President, was unanimously selected by the Board to represent the voice of students at the highest level of PTK leadership. McGowan was…
Phi Theta Kappa Announces Founder’s Medal Scholarship Award Winner
Ahnora Ozor, a student at Prince George’s Community College (PGCC) in Maryland, has been named the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa Founders Medal Award recipient. Ozor received a $1,000 scholarship and the 2025 Founders Medal Medallion at PGCC’s spring Commencement Ceremony this past week. This award is presented to one graduating PTK member whose essay most powerfully conveys…
Top Community College Students Named to 2025 All-USA Team
For the 65th consecutive year, 20 of the nation’s top college students have been named to the 2025 All-USA Academic Team. In recognition of this distinction, each student will receive a $5,000 scholarship. The 2025 All-USA Academic Team was recognized during a session at the American Association of Community Colleges’ annual convention on April 15…
Five PTK Members Elected as 2025-2026 International Officer Team
On Saturday, April 5, 2025, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) elected five new International Officers during PTK Catalyst 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. These students were chosen by their peers—more than 220,000 active members—to serve as the 2025–2026 International Officer Team, the highest student leadership position within the organization. More than honorary ambassadors, these…